display AUDI Q3 2019 Owner's Guide

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Sitting correctly and safely

— The electrical capacity is the same as or greater
than the electrical capacity of a typical adult
The passenger's airbag is deactivated if:
— The electrical capacity is lower than the thresh-
old stored in the control module
— The electrical capacity is the same as or less
than the electrical capacity of a typical one-
year-old child in a child safety seat that has
been used for certification in accordance with
FMVSS 208
If the front passenger's airbag is activated, the
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ indicator light
will turn on. If the front passenger's airbag is de-
activated, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #;
indicator light will turn on.
The deployment force of the front airbags adapts
based on whether or not the safety belt is used
and the distance between the seat and the steer-
ing wheel/instrument panel. For example, if a
person is too close to the front airbag, the front
airbag will deploy with less force to help reduce
the risk of injury.
Meaning of PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF 3; ON
® indicator light
When the ignition is switched on, the system de-
tects whether the front passenger's seat is occu-
pied. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #; ON @
will turn on for several seconds during this proc-
ess. Then it will indicate whether the front pas-
senger's airbag is activated or deactivated.
— PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #%%;: the front
passenger's airbag is deactivated and will not
deploy in the event of an accident.
— PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ®:: the front pas-
senger's airbag is activated and could deploy in
the event of an accident.
If a change to the occupancy status of the front
passenger's seat is detected
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #, ON @ will
flash for several seconds and will then display the
status of the front passenger's airbag.
Always make sure the indicator light corresponds
to the occupancy of the front passenger's seat.
— Adults or individuals with a similar stature sit-
ting in the front passenger seat: The front pas-
senger's airbag must be activated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ® must remain
on.
— Individuals with a smaller stature (for exam-
ple, adolescents or smaller adults) sitting in
the front passenger seat: The front passeng-
er's airbag must be activated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ® must remain
on. Move the front passenger's seat as far back
as possible.
— Child in a child safety seat secured on the
front passenger seat: The front passenger's air-
bag must be deactivated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #; must remain
on.
— Front passenger seat is not occupied: The front
passenger's airbag must be deactivated.
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF #, must remain
on.

ZA WARNING
— An adult or a person with a small stature
(such as a young person or small adult) seat-
ed on the front passenger's seat will not be
protected by the passenger's airbag in the
event of a collision if the passenger's airbag
is deactivated. This increases the risk of in-
jury and death. Always make sure that
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ remains on
while driving. If
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON @ does not
turn on, make sure the front passenger is
sitting correctly in the seat > page 53 and
that there are no objects covering the front
passenger's seat (such as blankets or pil-
lows). If PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ®
still does not turn on, the front passenger's
seat must not be used. Drive to an author-
ized Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service
Facility and have the airbag system inspect-
ed.
—Achild ina child safety seat on the front
passenger's seat - especially in a rear-facing
child safety seat - can receive a severe im-
pact if the front passenger's airbag deploys,
which increases the risk of serious or fatal

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Warm and cold
2-zone deluxe automatic climate control
Applies to: Vehicles with 2-zone deluxe automatic climate control


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Fig. 78 2-zone deluxe automatic climate control: controls (example)
The functions can be switched on and off by
pressing the buttons or adjusted by turning the
knob. The LED in a button will light up when the
function is switched on.
Follow the safety precautions > page 77.
AUTO Automatic mode or “eco” mode*
Automatic mode maintains a constant tempera-
ture inside the vehicle. Air temperature, airflow
and air distribution are controlled automatically.
AUTO mode switches off once a button in the cli-
mate control system is pressed.
Applies to: vehicles with eco mode: When auto-
matic mode is active, pressing the AUTO button
briefly activates the “eco” mode. All settings are
adjusted to be slightly less powerful in “eco”
mode. This will save fuel. When in “eco” mode,
Eco is shown in the display. To exit “eco” mode,
press the AUTO button again.
A/C cooling mode
The cooling mode only functions with the blower
turned on. You can turn the cooling system on or
off by pressing the A/C button. The air is cooled
and dehumidified in cooling mode. Otherwise the
windows can fog up. Cooling mode switches off
automatically when the outside temperatures are
below zero.
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@ / @ Temperature
The temperature for the driver's and front pas-
senger's side can be adjusted separately with the
dials @/@). Temperatures between 60 °F
(+16 °C) and 84 °F (+28 °C) can be set. If outside
of this range, LO or HI will appear in the control
panel display. At both of these settings, the cli-
mate control system runs continuously at maxi-
mum cooling or heating power. There is no tem-
perature regulation.
Synchronization: Pressing and holding the AUTO
button for two seconds transfers the tempera-
ture setting on the driver’s side to the front pas-
senger's side. This applies a temperature change
to the front passenger's side.
8 Blower
You can use the & control to manually adjust the
amount of air coming out of the blower. The
blower should always run at a low setting to pre-
vent the windows from fogging and to ensure a
continuous exchange of air inside the vehicle. To
have the blower regulated automatically, press
the AUTO button.
85/ 35/ @ Air distribution and air vents
The air distribution can adjusted with the but-
tons. To have the air distribution regulated auto-
matically, press the AUTO button.

Driving

B Remote control key: key not detected. Is the
key still in the vehicle?
The vehicle key was removed from the vehicle
while the engine is running. If the vehicle key is
no longer in the vehicle, you cannot switch the ig-
nition on or start the engine once you stop it. You
also cannot lock the vehicle from the outside.
Remote control key: hold back of key
against the designated area. See owner's man-
ual
The battery in the vehicle key may be drained or
there may be a malfunction. To start the vehicle,
you must also hold the vehicle key against the lo-
cation shown ?) & page 80, fig. 79.
If the malfunction remains, drive immediately to
an authorized Audi dealer or authorized Audi
Service Facility to have the malfunction correct-
ed.
When driving
Starting to drive, stopping, and parking
Starting from a stop
» Press and hold the brake pedal.
> Start the engine.
> Select a gear.
> Release the parking brake.
> Release the brake pedal. The vehicle may roll.
> Press the accelerator pedal to accelerate.
Stopping and parking
> Bring the vehicle to a full stop and press and
hold the brake pedal.
> Set the parking brake.
> Select the “P” selector lever position to secure
the vehicle from rolling away.
> Switch off the ignition before leaving the vehi-
cle.
> Turn the steering wheel when parking on in-
clines so that the wheels will roll into the curb
if the vehicle starts moving.
On hills, activate the parking brake first and then
shift into the "P" selector lever position. This pre-
vents too much stress from being placed on the
locking mechanism.
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AN WARNING
—To reduce the risk of an accident, always se-
cure your vehicle from rolling.
— The vehicle can roll even when the engine is
switched off.
— Unintended vehicle movement can lead to
serious injuries.
— Do not inadvertently press the accelerator
pedal when the vehicle is stationary. Other-
wise the risk of an accident increases be-
cause the vehicle will start to move immedi-
ately, even if the parking brake is set.
C) Note
If you have to stop on an incline, always press
the brake pedal to hold the vehicle in place to
reduce the risk of the vehicle rolling back-
ward. Do not try to hold the vehicle in place
by pressing and holding the accelerator pedal.
The transmission can overheat, which increas-
es the risk of damage.
Gears and driving programs
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Fig. 81 Center console: Selector lever



CECRSE


The automatic transmission shifts automatically
depending on the selected gear and the current
driving style. When driving with a moderate driv-
ing style, upshifting early and downshifting late
will help to improve fuel economy. When driving
with a sporty driving style, the transmission per-
mits higher RPMs.
The gears are displayed next to the selector lever.
— P (Park): Parking lock
—R (Reverse): Drive in reverse
—N (Neutral): Idle

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Driving

— D (Drive): Drive forward
Selecting a gear
Requirement: The ignition must be switched on.
— Bring the vehicle to a full stop and press the
brake pedal.
— Press the release button @ on the selector lev-
er.
—To select a gear, move the selector lever into
the corresponding position.
— The label next to the selector lever for the se-
lected gear will light up.
“N” (Neutral) gear
In the “N” gear, power is not transmitted to the
driving wheels. Use the “N” gear in a car wash
(with conveyor belts), for example.
If you unintentionally select “N” while driving
(faster than 1 mph (2 km/h)), you can also shift
back to “D” without pressing the brake pedal.
For safety reasons, the vehicle cannot be locked
when the transmission is in the "N” gear.
“p” (Park) gear
The vehicle is secured from rolling away by the
parking lock when in the “P” gear.
If you cannot shift out of “P”, for example be-
cause the vehicle has no power, you may need to
use the emergency release for the parking lock
=>page 85.
Selecting a driving program
Various driving programs can be selected when in
the “D” gear. The programs influence when the
transmission shifts and how the accelerator ped-
al responds.
The selected driving program is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
— D (Drive): Normal driving mode
—S (Sport): Sporty driving mode
If you select the Dynamic mode in Audi drive se-
lect*, the “S” driving program will be activated.
When the ignition is switched off, the driving pro-
gram may be reset to “D”.
To switch between the current driving program
and “S”, push the selector lever toward the rear.

Z\ WARNING
— Before starting to drive, check if the desired
gear is displayed next to the selector lever.
— Always secure your vehicle from rolling
away. Press the brake pedal or shift to “P”.
When leaving the vehicle, also set the park-
ing brake.
— Power is still transmitted to the wheels
when the engine is running at idle. To pre-
vent the vehicle from “creeping”, you must
keep your foot on the brake in all selector
lever positions (except "P" and "N") when
the engine is running.
—To reduce the risk of an accident, do not
press the accelerator pedal when changing
gears if the vehicle is stationary and the en-
gine is running.
— Never select the “R" or "P” gears while driv-
ing. Doing so could cause an accident.
— The vehicle can roll even if the ignition is

switched off.

@ Tips
If you shift between “D” and “R” within one
second, you do not need to press the brake
pedal. This makes it possible to “rock” if it is
stuck, for example.
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Driving

Manual shifting

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Fig. 82 Center console: shifting manually with the selector
lever

RAZ-0003



—
Fig. 83 Steering wheel: Shift paddles*
You can shift the gears manually when in “D”
mode. The transmission must be in tiptronic
mode.
Shifting with the selector lever
You can shift into manual shifting mode while the
vehicle is stationary or while driving.
> To switch to manual shifting mode, tilt the se-
lector lever toward the front passenger's side
> fig. 82. “M” will be displayed in the instru-
ment cluster.
> Upshifting: push the selector lever forward @).
> Downshifting: push the selector lever toward
the rear ©).
> To switch back to automatic mode, tilt the se-
lector lever toward the driver's side.
Shifting with the shift paddles
Applies to: vehicles with shift paddles
> Upshifting: press the @) shift paddle > fig. 83.
> Downshifting: press the ©) shift paddle.
> To switch back to automatic mode, press and
hold the @) shift paddle or push the selector
lever toward the rear.
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If you stop using the shift paddles temporarily,
the transmission will switch back to automatic
mode. To keep shifting manually, tilt the selector
lever toward the front passenger's side.
@ Tips
— The transmission only allows manual shift-
ing when the engine speed is within the per-
mitted range.
— The transmission automatically shifts up or
down before critical engine speed is
reached.
Accelerator pedal
You can accelerate the vehicle using the accelera-
tor pedal. If you press the accelerator pedal all
the way down, the engine’s full power will be
used and you will reach maximum acceleration,
also called “kick-down”.

A WARNING
The driving wheels could spin and the vehicle
could swerve on slick or slippery road surfaces
when using kick-down, which increases the
risk of an accident.

Driving dynamic

Driving dynamic
Audi drive select
Introduction
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
Drive select makes it possible to experience dif
ferent types of vehicle settings in one vehicle.
With different driving modes, the driver can
switch the setting, for example from sporty to
comfortable. In the individual* mode, the set-
tings can be adjusted to your personal preferen-
ces. This makes it possible to combine settings
such as a sporty drivetrain setting with light
steering.
Selecting the driving mode
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
The sie button is located above the selector lever
in the center console.
> Press the 4a button repeatedly until the de-
sired mode appears in the instrument cluster or
center display, or:
> Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Audi
drive select.
You can change the driving mode when the vehi-
cle is stationary or while driving. If traffic per-
mits, briefly remove your foot from the accelera-
tor pedal after changing modes so that the mode
you have selected will be activated for the drive
system.
offroad - Provides assistance when driving off-
road. The vehicle will exit this mode after the ig-
nition is switched off.
comfort - Provides a comfort-oriented vehicle
setup and is suited for long drives on highways.
auto - Provides an overall comfortable yet dy-
namic driving feel and is suited for everyday use.
dynamic - Gives the driver a sporty driving feel
and is suited to a sporty driving style. The “S”
driving program is selected on vehicles with an
automatic transmission
individual > page 96.
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G) Tips
Certain vehicle settings will be reset when the
ignition is switched off.
Adjusting the “individual” mode
Applies to: vehicles with Audi drive select
You can adjust details about the vehicle settings.
> Select on the home screen: VEHICLE > Audi
drive select.
> Press individual %.
The equipment in your vehicle will determine
which settings you can adjust.
Drive
The drive system will react to accelerator pedal
moves more quickly or in a more balanced man-
ner. The shift points are located in higher or low-
er engine speed ranges on vehicles with automat-
ic transmissions.
Depending on the equipment, certain driver as-
sistance systems can also become more sporty or
efficient.
Steering
The power steering will adapt. Indirect steering
that moves easily is especially suited to long
drives on highways.
Suspension
The suspension adjusts to be tighter or more
comfort-oriented when it comes to compensat-
ing for uneven spots on the road.
Engine sound
The engine sound adapts and can be subtle to
sporty.
Suspension
Adaptive dampers
Applies to: vehicles with adaptive dampers
The adaptive dampers are an electronically-con-
trolled damping system. The firmness of the sus-
pension will adapt to the driving conditions and >

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Trailer towing

As the speed increases, the driving stability of
the trailer decreases. Therefore you should not
exceed the maximum legal speed limit when
there are unfavorable road, weather and/or wind
conditions. This especially applies when driving
downhill.
Hill
When transitioning to hills, trailers may tilt or
sway sooner than when driving on a level surface.
If small swaying movements have already occur-
red, you can stabilize the trailer by firmly braking
immediately. Never try to “straighten out” the
trailer by accelerating.
Downshift before driving on hills to utilize the en-
gine braking effect > A\.
Brakes
When using a trailer with overrun brakes, first
brake gently then quickly. This reduces the risk of
jerking while braking if the trailer wheels lock up.
Engine coolant temperature
Pay attention specifically to the coolant tempera-
ture display when there are high outside temper-
atures, and when driving on long inclines
=> page 13. Shift to a higher gear in a timely man-
ner.

ZA WARNING
Constant braking causes the brakes to over-
heat and substantially reduces braking per-
formance, increases braking distance or caus-

es complete failure of the brake system.

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Assist systems

Assist systems
General information
Safety precautions

ZA WARNING
— As the driver, you are always completely re-
sponsible for all driving tasks. The assist
systems cannot replace the driver's atten-
tion. Give your full attention to driving the
vehicle, and be ready to intervene in the
traffic situation at all times.
— Activate the assist systems only if the sur-
rounding conditions permit it. Always adapt
your driving style to the current visual,
weather, road, and traffic conditions.
— Loose objects can be thrown around the ve-
hicle interior during sudden driving or brak-
ing maneuvers, which increases the risk of
an accident. Store objects securely while
driving.
— For the assist systems to be able to react
correctly, the function of the sensors and
cameras must not be restricted. Note the in-
formation on sensors and cameras
=> page 105 or > page 106.

@ Tips
— Pay attention to applicable local regulations
relating to driving tasks, leaving space for
emergency vehicles, vehicle distance, speed,
parking location, wheel placement, etc. The
driver is always responsible for following
the laws that are applicable in the location
where the vehicle is being operated.
— You can cancel a steering or braking inter-
vention by the system, by braking or accel-
erating noticeably, steering, or deactivating
the respective assist system.
— Always check the assist systems settings be-
fore driving.
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System limitations
ZA WARNING
— The use of an assist system cannot over-
come the natural laws of physics. A collision
cannot be prevented in certain circumstan-
ces.

— Warnings, messages, or indicator lights may
not be displayed or initiated on time or cor-
rectly, for example, if vehicles are approach-
ing very fast.
— Corrective interventions by the assist sys-
tems, such as steering or braking interven-
tions, may not be sufficient or they may not
occur. Always be ready to intervene.
G) Tips
— Due to the system limitations when detect-
ing the surrounding area, the systems may
warn or intervene unexpectedly or too late
in certain situations. The assist systems may
also interpret a driving maneuver incorrectly
and then warn the driver unexpectedly.


— The systems may not function as expected
in unusual driving situations, such as driving
offroad, on unpaved roads, on loose ground,
on inclines, or on grooves in the road.
— The systems may not function correctly in
unclear traffic situations, such as turning
lanes, exit ramps, construction zones, rises
or dips that obstruct visibility, intersections,
toll stations, or city traffic.
—In trailer mode, some assist systems may be
limited, may not react as usual, or may be
unavailable. Please refer to the instructions
for towing a trailer located in > page 101.
— If accessories have been mounted on the
steering wheel, the ability for the steering
systems to react may be limited.

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Assist systems

Surrounding area
detection
Sensor overview




Fig. 87 Positions of the outer front sensors
The assist systems analyze the data from various
sensors installed in the vehicle. Depending on the
vehicle equipment, the area in front of and be-
hind the vehicle may be detected @) 9 fig. 86.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow-
ing sensors may be installed to detect the sur-
rounding area > fig. 87:
— Front radar sensor in the center of the radiator
grille

D_ The locations of the sensors may differ slightly depending
on vehicle equipment.
— Radar sensors at the rear corners of the vehicle
— Ultrasonic sensors at the front, rear, and sides
of the vehicle)
Some sensors are installed under vehicle compo-
nents and cannot be seen from the outside.
Display field for the ultrasonic sensors
Depending on the equipment, the display field
for the installed ultrasonic sensors > fig. 86 may
begin at approximately:

4 ft (1.20 m)
3 ft (0.90 m)


5.2 ft (1.60 m)

3 ft (0.90 m)

OQ/@/@/E|© 3 ft (0.90 m)


ZA WARNING
There are areas around the vehicle that the
sensors cannot detect. Objects, animals, and
people may only be detected with limitations
may not be detected at all. Always monitor
the traffic and the vehicle's surroundings di-

rectly and do not become distracted.

@) Note
— Obstacles may disappear from the measure-
ment range when approaching them, even if
they were already detected. Under certain
circumstances, the detection and display of
certain surfaces and objects may be limited:
— Items and objects above the coverage
area, for example cars parked bumper-to-
bumper, half-open garage doors, or hang-
ing objects that do not touch the ground
— Low obstacles
— Thin or narrow objects, such as barrier
chains, foliage, poles or fences
— Projecting objects, such as trailer draw
bars
— Objects with certain surfaces and struc-
tures,
such as fabric
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Assist systems

@) Tips
— The coverage areas of the sensors > fig. 86
are diagrams and do not represent a true-
to-scale image of the sensor ranges. The ra-
dar sensors are designed to detect the left
and right adjacent lanes when the road
lanes
are the normal width.
— Make sure all the sensors are clean and free
of snow and ice, and that the visual fields
are not covered by stickers, deposits, or any
other obstructions, because this may impair
the function of the systems. Follow the in-
formation about cleaning > page 236.
— Do not use a license plate bracket different
from the one installed by the factory in the
front of the vehicle, because it may impair
the function of dependent systems.
— The sensors can shift from an accident,
manual force, impacts, or from damage to
the radiator grill, bumper, wheel housing,
or underbody. Do not continue using the as-
sistance systems if the sensors have shifted,
because this is unsafe. Have an authorized
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa-
cility check their function.
— The function of the sensors may be limited
when light and visibility conditions are poor,
for example when driving into a tunnel,
when there is glare, or when there are re-
flective objects.
— External ultrasonic sensors, such as those in
other vehicles, can interfere with the sen-
sors.
—The side area ©)* is detected and evaluated
when passing. There may have been
changes to the surrounding area after
switching the ignition off and on again, af-
ter opening the doors, or if the vehicle is left
stationary for a period of time. In this case,
the area will appear black until the area has
been detected and evaluated.
— For an explanation on conformity with the
FCC regulations in the United States and the
Industry Canada regulations, see
=> page 261.
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Camera overview

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Fig. 89 Diagram: Rearview camera coverage area
The assist systems analyze the data from various
cameras installed in the vehicle. Depending on
the vehicle equipment, the following cameras to
detect the surrounding area may be installed:
@ Camera behind the windshield
@ Peripheral cameras on both exterior mirrors
@ Rearview camera in the luggage compart-
ment lid
@ Front peripheral camera in the radiator grille
The rearview camera can only detect the area
marked in red > fig. 89. Only this area is dis-
played on the center display. > A\.

ZA WARNING
There are areas that the cameras cannot de-
tect. Objects, animals, and people may only
be detected with limitations may not be de-
tected at all. Always monitor the traffic and
the vehicle's surroundings directly and do not
become distracted. >